Provident Bank Awards CASA

On August 17th, Jane Kurek, Executive Director of The Provident Bank Foundation along with Konstantin Yusipov, Market Manager of Provident Bank, presented The Provident Bank Foundation grant to CASA for Project Helping Hands.

The Provident Bank Foundation was established in 2003 by Provident Bank to enhance the quality of life in the region through support of not-for-profit groups, institutions, schools and other 501(c)(3) organizations that provide services in communities served by the Bank. Since inception, the Foundation has granted more than $23 million to not-for-profit organizations and institutions working toward stronger communities.

Annual Backpack Drive 2018

At the beginning of each school year, CASA distributes name-brand backpacks stuffed with school supplies to all its foster children as well as all the children living in the same placement. Thank you to all who donated!

CASA Welcomes New Class of Volunteers on Feb. 7

Hudson County CASA welcomed 20 new volunteers, who were sworn-in by Judge Bariso on Wednesday, Feb. 7! We are looking forward to serving many more children in foster care thanks to this committed group who completed 30 hours of training.

CASA Hosts Annual Volunteer Holiday Party

CASA was in the Christmas spirit last night at our annual volunteer holiday party! Volunteers also picked up gifts and cookies for their CASA family. Featured in the photos are Case Supervisors Georgia Lavey and Dana LaMothe along with volunteers Dirce Mendez, Matt Hawkins, Louise Urien, Mary Wright, and Carmelle Phillips.

18 New Volunteers are Sworn in on Oct. 4

Hudson County CASA has gained 18 new volunteers, sworn in by the Judge Anthony D'Elia on Oct. 4! We are looking forward to serving many more children in foster care thanks to this committed group who completed 30 hours of training.

CASA Welcomes New Volunteer Group at Swearing-In on May 17

Hudson County CASA gained 19 new volunteers, sworn in by the Judge Bernadette DeCastro on May 17.

CASA Co-Hosts Aging Out Resource Fair

On Oct. 13,  Hudson County CASA co-hosted the annual Aging-Out Resource Fair/Symposium for 60 teen-agers in foster care, many of them our kids. Our case supervisors, Kyung Lee and Robyn Mate were there, with Law Guardian Megan Riccio (pictured). 

CASA Swears In 18 New Volunteers

Hudson County CASA gained 18 new volunteers, sworn in by the Judge Anthony D'Elia on Oct. 4. We are looking forward to serving many more children in foster care thanks to this committed group who completed 30 hours of training.

CASA Hosts Sibling Celebration

Hudson County CASA's Sibling Day took place on April 28th at the Liberty Science Center, sponsored by UPS and Progressive

CASA Gains 19 New Volunteers at the Swear-In on Feb. 9

Sibling Day Event

Celebrate with your Sweetheart to Benefit Foster Children

Santa is Coming to Lulu's

Wine & Dine For CASA

Yogathon to Benefit Foster Children

CLASS SCHEDULE

8:30 - 9:30 am - Tam Terry

9:30 - 10:30 am - Patrick Franco, Jr.

11 - 12 pm - Christina Noce 

12 - 1 pm - Kira Simone

1 - 2 pm - Susan Steiner

2 - 3 pm - Rashila Amin

3 pm - Chant 108 ohms for foster children

Back to School Backpacks Distributed to CASA kids

Natasha McKnight (left) and her seven children with Fanny Mendez of CASA (2nd from right) picking up new backpacks for the start of school.  CASA distributed 270 backpacks this year.

United Way Giving Campaign Begins

Beverly Savage of CASA (right) with Janet Martinez, safety supervisor at UPS Meadowlands

Over the past couple of years, CASA has been the lucky recipient of UPS's United Way giving campaign.  The employees of UPS are incredibly generous and we are grateful for their support.

Pier 13 in Hoboken to Hold Annual Benefit for CASA

CASA's annual Pier 13 Night will be held on Thursday, July 14th.  This evening benefits Hudson County foster children and celebrates CASA's volunteers.  Join us for a fun night of food, drinks and gorgeous view of the city at this amazing venue in Hoboken.

Twelve New Trainees Sworn-In as CASA volunteers

Our newest class of volunteers have been sworn-in.  CASA case supervisors are in the process of reviewing referrals to best match and then assign volunteers with children.  

CASA hosts first annual Sibling Day Celebration

The first annual Sibling Day Celebration was a unique opportunity for children in foster care to spend a fun afternoon with brothers and sisters who are placed in separate homes.  The Liberty Science Center opened its doors for the special after-hours celebration.